Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

A Respiratory Therapist plays a vital role in the therapy industry by providing care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They assess, treat, and care for patients with lung diseases such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, and COPD. They are also essential in emergency situations, providing life-saving treatment to victims of heart attacks, stroke, drowning, or shock. Respiratory Therapists are responsible for operating and maintaining various types of respiratory equipment, including ventilators and artificial airway devices.

Respiratory Therapists should possess strong problem-solving skills, compassion, and attention to detail. An essential requirement is a certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) which includes Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials. Prior to becoming a Respiratory Therapist, a person could have roles such as a respiratory therapy technician, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or a medical assistant, which offer valuable patient care experience.

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Respiratory Therapist . Casual

  • Maywood, IL (12 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Maywood, IL (12 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

care; Bachelor's preferred CPR/BLS - American Heart Association Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through NBRC Our Promise to You: Joining...

Respiratory Therapist

  • Maywood, IL (12 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Maywood, IL (12 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 11 days ago

care; Bachelor's preferred CPR/BLS - American Heart Association NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through...

Respiratory Therapist Neo Peds . Part Time

  • Maywood, IL (12 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Maywood, IL (12 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 11 days ago

care; Bachelor's preferred CPR/BLS - American Heart Association NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through...

Respiratory Therapist . Registry . Nights 7p to 7a

  • Berwyn, IL (16 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Berwyn, IL (16 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 13 days ago

care; Bachelor's preferred CPR/BLS - American Heart Association Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist at time of hire or must obtain within 6 months of employment Certified Respiratory...

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 15 days ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 15 days ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Respiratory Therapist . Full Time

  • Melrose Park, IL (10 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (10 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

care; Bachelor's preferred CPR/BLS - American Heart Association Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist at time of hire or must obtain within 6 months of employment Certified Respiratory...

Respiratory Therapist . Full Time . Sign On Bonus

  • Melrose Park, IL (10 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (10 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

care; Bachelor's preferred CPR/BLS - American Heart Association Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist at time of hire or must obtain within 6 months of employment Certified Respiratory...

Neo Peds Respiratory Therapist . Full Time

  • Maywood, IL (12 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Maywood, IL (12 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

care; Bachelor's preferred CPR/BLS - American Heart Association NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist Certified Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through...

Respiratory Therapist . Full Time . 11a to 11p

  • Maywood, IL (12 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Maywood, IL (12 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

care; Bachelor's preferred CPR/BLS - American Heart Association Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist at time of hire or must obtain within 6 months of employment Certified Respiratory...

Respiratory Therapist . Registry

  • Melrose Park, IL (10 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (10 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

care; Bachelor's preferred CPR/BLS - American Heart Association Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist at time of hire or must obtain within 6 months of employment Certified Respiratory...

Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (6 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (6 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred....

Certified Respiratory Therapist CRT

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred. New grads must have proof of passing entry level exam, Cert Radiologic Technologist....

Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT

  • Elgin, IL (17 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Elgin, IL (17 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Must have a valid respiratory therapy license in the state where they will be practicing, hold a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential, and have BLS certification....

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,203 per week

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

: Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Allied Health Professional Duration: 9 weeks 9 weeks 36 hours per week 36 hours per week Shift...

Demographic Data for Des Plaines, IL

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.

Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Des Plaines, IL offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
42.7%
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
4.3%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Respiratory Therapists in Des Plaines, IL
Less than 1 year
47.4%
None
23.4%
1-2 years
20.2%
2-4 years
6.2%
4-6 years
2.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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